Jig for filling smoke cartridge

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of cigarette cartridge jigs, in particular to a cigarette cartridge filling jig which comprises a filling plate and a paper tube inserting plate arranged below the filling plate, inserting holes are formed in the paper tube inserting plate, and cigarette cartridge paper tubes are inserted into the inserting holes; a conical filling hole is formed in the filling plate, and the central axis of the conical filling hole coincides with the central axis of the insertion hole; the small-opening end of the conical filling hole is close to the inserting hole, and the diameter of the small-opening end is smaller than that of the inserting hole; the cigarette cartridge paper tube is vertically inserted into the inserting hole, and particles in the conical filling hole can enter the cigarette cartridge paper tube through the small opening end. Particles can be prevented from scattering outside the cigarette cartridge paper tube, the appearance of the cigarette cartridge is prevented from being damaged, and the risk that the cigarette cartridge is tainted by odor is eliminated.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of e-cigarette cartridge fixture technology, and more specifically, to a fixture for filling e-cigarette cartridges. Background Technology

[0002] Heated tobacco products (HNB) require the preparation of different flavored cartridges to meet diverse user needs. During HNB cartridge preparation, a cartridge paper tube is typically formed first, and then filled with granules. Currently, because the diameter of the filling orifice matches the diameter of the cartridge paper tube, filling the tube with granules requires, on the one hand, that the filling orifice be perfectly aligned with the axis of the cartridge paper tube; on the other hand, due to the gap between the filling orifice and the cartridge paper tube, granules can easily scatter outside the paper tube or adhere to its surface. If not cleaned promptly, this can lead to poor appearance or cross-contamination of flavors between different cartridges. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this application is to provide a jig for filling tobacco cartridges, which can prevent particulate matter from scattering outside the tobacco cartridge paper tube, prevent damage to the appearance of the tobacco cartridge, and eliminate the risk of flavor mixing with the tobacco cartridge.

[0004] The embodiments of this application are implemented as follows:

[0005] This application provides a fixture for filling tobacco cartridges, including a filling plate and a paper tube insertion plate disposed below the filling plate. The paper tube insertion plate is provided with an insertion hole for inserting a tobacco cartridge paper tube. The filling plate is provided with a conical filling hole, the central axis of which coincides with the central axis of the insertion hole. The small end of the conical filling hole is close to the insertion hole, and the diameter of the small end is smaller than the diameter of the insertion hole. The tobacco cartridge paper tube is vertically inserted into the insertion hole, and particles in the conical filling hole can enter the tobacco cartridge paper tube through the small end.

[0006] As an optional implementation, the paper tube insertion plate is provided with a plurality of insertion holes arranged in an array; the filling plate is provided with a plurality of conical filling holes arranged in an array; the positions of the conical filling holes correspond one-to-one with the insertion holes.

[0007] As an optional implementation, the filling plate and the paper tube insertion plate are parallel and spaced apart, and a baffle is inserted in the gap between the filling plate and the paper tube insertion plate. The baffle is used to block the communication between the conical filling hole and the cigarette cartridge paper tube.

[0008] As an optional implementation, the first side of the baffle is attached to the bottom surface of the filling plate; the second side of the baffle is attached to the top surface of the paper tube insertion plate.

[0009] As an alternative implementation, there are at least two stacked filling plates, with the central axes of the conical filling holes on the at least two filling plates coinciding.

[0010] As an optional implementation, the volume of the conical filling hole on the lower filling plate is greater than the volume of the conical filling hole on the upper filling plate; or, the volume of the conical filling hole on the upper filling plate is greater than the volume of the conical filling hole on the lower filling plate.

[0011] As an optional implementation, the volumes of the conical filling holes on two adjacent filling plates are the same.

[0012] As an optional implementation, the thickness of the filling plate is 3-20mm.

[0013] As an optional implementation, there are at least two paper tube insertion plates stacked together; the sum of the heights of the at least two paper tube insertion plates is equal to the length of the cartridge paper tube.

[0014] As an optional implementation, it also includes a support base for supporting the paper tube insertion plate and the filling plate, the support base having a support surface, and the bottom of the cigarette cartridge paper tube vertically abutting against the support surface.

[0015] As an optional implementation, the support base is provided with a first positioning structure and a second positioning structure; the first positioning structure is used to position the paper tube insertion plate, and the second positioning structure is used to position the filling plate so that the insertion hole coincides with the central axis of the conical filling hole.

[0016] As an optional implementation, the baffle is provided with an operating handle.

[0017] The beneficial effects of the embodiments of this application include:

[0018] This application provides a fixture for filling tobacco cartridges, including a filling plate and a paper tube insertion plate disposed below the filling plate. The paper tube insertion plate has insertion holes for inserting tobacco cartridge paper tubes. The filling plate also has a tapered filling hole, the central axis of which coincides with the central axis of the insertion hole. The smaller end of the tapered filling hole is close to the insertion hole, and its diameter is smaller than the diameter of the insertion hole. The tobacco cartridge paper tube is vertically inserted into the insertion hole, and particles from the tapered filling hole can enter the tobacco cartridge paper tube through the smaller end. Compared to related technologies, the embodiments of this application use a conical filling hole. Since the diameter of the small end of the conical filling hole is smaller than the opening end of the cartridge paper tube, the particles can be accurately put into the cartridge paper tube. This not only prevents the particles from sticking to the side wall of the cartridge paper tube, but also prevents the particles from falling outside the cartridge paper tube, thus preventing particle waste. At the same time, it ensures the accuracy of the amount of particles filled in the cartridge paper tube, avoiding insufficient particles in the cartridge paper tube. Attached Figure Description

[0019] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this application and should not be regarded as a limitation of the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0020] Figure 1 This is one of the structural schematic diagrams of a jig for filling cigarette cartridges according to an embodiment of this application;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a second schematic diagram of the structure of the jig used for filling cigarette cartridges according to an embodiment of this application;

[0022] Figure 3 This is the third schematic diagram of the structure of the jig used for filling cigarette cartridges according to an embodiment of this application;

[0023] Figure 4 This is the fourth schematic diagram of the fixture used for filling cigarette cartridges according to an embodiment of this application;

[0024] Figure 5 This is the fifth schematic diagram of the fixture used for filling cigarette cartridges according to an embodiment of this application.

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[0026] 100- Fixture for filling cartridges; 101- Filling plate; 103- Paper tube insertion plate; 104- Insertion hole; 105- Cartridge paper tube; 106- Conical filling hole; 107- Baffle; 108- First side; 109- Second side; 110- Support base; 111- Support surface. Detailed Implementation

[0027] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of this application described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0028] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of this application provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed application, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the application. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0029] It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters in the following figures indicate similar items; therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," "third," etc., are used only to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0030] In the description of this application, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "set up," "install," "connect," and "link" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0031] Heated tobacco products (HNB) require the preparation of different flavored cartridges to meet diverse user needs. During HNB cartridge preparation, a cartridge paper tube 105 is typically formed first, and then filled with granules. Currently, because the diameter of the filling orifice matches the diameter of the cartridge paper tube 105, filling the tube with granules requires, on the one hand, that the filling orifice be perfectly aligned with the axis of the cartridge paper tube 105; on the other hand, due to the gap between the filling orifice and the cartridge paper tube 105, granules can easily scatter outside the paper tube or adhere to its surface. If not cleaned promptly, this can lead to poor appearance or cross-contamination of flavors between different cartridges.

[0032] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this application provides a fixture 100 for filling cigarette cartridges.

[0033] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 as well as Figure 3 As shown in the figure, this application provides a jig 100 for filling tobacco cartridges, including a filling plate 101 and a paper tube insertion plate 103 disposed below the filling plate 101. The paper tube insertion plate 103 is provided with an insertion hole 104 for inserting a tobacco cartridge paper tube 105. The filling plate 101 is provided with a conical filling hole 106, the central axis of the conical filling hole 106 coincides with the central axis of the insertion hole 104. The small end of the conical filling hole 106 is close to the insertion hole 104, and the diameter of the small end is smaller than the diameter of the insertion hole 104. The tobacco cartridge paper tube 105 is vertically inserted into the insertion hole 104, and the particles in the conical filling hole 106 can enter the tobacco cartridge paper tube 105 through the small end.

[0034] It should be noted that the filling plate 101 provided in this application embodiment is horizontally arranged, the paper tube insertion plate 103 is located below the filling plate 101, and the paper tube insertion plate 103 is arranged parallel to the filling plate 101.

[0035] It should be noted that the volume of the conical filling holes 106 on the filling plate 101 is the same as the volume of the tobacco cartridge tube 105. In use, tobacco cartridges are piled on the upper surface of the filling plate 101, and workers or automated equipment use a scraper to level the pile, ensuring that each conical filling hole 106 contains a tobacco cartridge, with the upper surface of the cartridge flush with the larger end face of the conical filling hole 106. At this point, the amount of tobacco cartridges in the conical filling hole 106 is exactly the volume of the conical filling hole 106.

[0036] The filling plate 101 and the paper tube insertion plate 103 are parallel and spaced apart. A baffle 107 is inserted in the gap between the filling plate 101 and the paper tube insertion plate 103. The baffle 107 is used to block the connection between the conical filling hole 106 and the cigarette cartridge paper tube 105.

[0037] As an optional implementation, the baffle 107 is provided with an operating handle. The operating handle facilitates the gripping by the operator.

[0038] It should be noted that the smaller end face of the conical filling hole 106 contacts the upper surface of the baffle 107, preventing the tobacco cartridge particles in the conical filling hole 106 from directly entering the tobacco cartridge tube 105. Once the tobacco cartridge particles in each conical filling hole 106 are flush with the larger end face of the conical filling hole 106, the baffle 107 is removed, allowing the tobacco cartridge particles in the conical filling hole 106 to directly enter the tobacco cartridge tube 105.

[0039] It should be noted that the central axis of the conical filling hole 106 coincides with the central axis of the insertion hole 104. The purpose is to ensure that the central axis of the cigarette cartridge tube 105 inserted in the insertion hole 104 coincides with the central axis of the conical filling hole 106.

[0040] The jig 100 for filling e-cigarette cartridges provided in this application includes a filling plate 101 and a paper tube insertion plate 103 disposed below the filling plate 101. In this application embodiment, the paper tube insertion plate 103 is provided with an insertion hole 104 for inserting the e-cigarette cartridge paper tube 105.

[0041] It should be noted that the central axis of the tapered filling hole 106 defined in this embodiment coincides with the central axis of the insertion hole 104, allowing the two axes to be completely aligned, i.e., fitted into a straight line. Alternatively, the two central axes may have a slight gap or angle, which is caused by the manufacturing process of the structural components to reduce the precision requirements of the structural components, so as to obtain the jig 100 for filling e-cigarette cartridges provided in this embodiment at a lower cost.

[0042] In this embodiment, a tapered filling hole 106 is provided on the filling plate 101, and the central axis of the tapered filling hole 106 coincides with the central axis of the insertion hole 104; the small end of the tapered filling hole 106 is close to the insertion hole 104, and the diameter of the small end is smaller than the diameter of the insertion hole 104; the tobacco cartridge tube 105 is vertically inserted into the insertion hole 104, and the particles in the tapered filling hole 106 can enter the tobacco cartridge tube 105 through the small end.

[0043] It should be noted that the volume of the conical filling hole 106 depends on the thickness of the filling plate 101, the size of the large end of the conical filling hole 106, and the size of the small end of the filling plate 101. The volume of the conical filling hole 106 can be designed by those skilled in the art according to the amount of granules required to be filled into the cigarette cartridge tube 105.

[0044] For example, the thickness of the filling plate 101 is 3-20mm.

[0045] The conical filling hole 106 has a large opening diameter of 9 mm and a small opening diameter of 4.6 mm. The corresponding opening diameter of the cigarette cartridge tube 105 is 6.58-6.8 mm.

[0046] For example, the large diameter of the conical filling hole 106 is 10 mm, and the small diameter of the conical filling hole 106 is 5 mm. The corresponding opening diameter of the cigarette cartridge tube 105 is 6.58-6.8 mm.

[0047] Compared to related technologies, the embodiments of this application utilize a conical filling hole 106. Since the diameter of the small end of the conical filling hole 106 is smaller than the opening end of the cartridge paper tube 105, the particles can be accurately inserted into the cartridge paper tube 105. This not only prevents the particles from sticking to the side wall of the cartridge paper tube 105, but also prevents the particles from falling outside the cartridge paper tube 105, thus preventing particle waste. At the same time, it ensures the accuracy of the amount of particles filled in the cartridge paper tube 105, avoiding insufficient particle content in the cartridge paper tube 105.

[0048] Reference Figure 2 as well as Figure 3 As shown, in one optional implementation, the paper tube insertion plate 103 is provided with a plurality of insertion holes 104 arranged in an array; the filling plate 101 is provided with a plurality of conical filling holes 106 arranged in an array; the positions of the conical filling holes 106 and the insertion holes 104 correspond one-to-one.

[0049] It should be noted that the paper tube insertion plate 103 of this application embodiment is provided with a plurality of insertion holes 104 arranged in an array. The array arrangement of the paper tube insertion plate 103 in this application embodiment can increase the number of insertion holes 104, which facilitates the simultaneous filling of multiple tobacco cartridge paper tubes 105 with particles and helps to improve the production efficiency of tobacco cartridges.

[0050] The conical filling holes 106 on the filling plate 101 correspond one-to-one with the insertion holes 104. That is to say, each insertion hole 104 has a conical filling hole 106 above it.

[0051] The insertion hole 104 in this embodiment can be configured as a cylindrical hole, with its inner diameter being consistent with the outer diameter of the cigarette cartridge paper tube 105.

[0052] Unlike the above embodiments, the insertion hole 104 in this embodiment is also configured as a tapered structure, with the upper part of the insertion hole 104 having a larger diameter and the lower part having a smaller diameter.

[0053] For example, the paper tube insertion plate 103 is provided with a plurality of insertion holes 104 arranged in an array. The upper end diameter of the insertion hole 104 is 7.4 mm, and the lower end diameter of the insertion hole 104 is 7.15 mm. The outer diameter of the cigarette cartridge paper tube 105 is 7.2 mm.

[0054] In this embodiment, the structure of the insertion hole 104 allows the cigarette cartridge paper tube 105 to be quickly inserted into the insertion hole 104, and the small diameter at the lower end prevents the cigarette cartridge paper tube 105 from sliding out of the paper tube insertion plate 103 before filling.

[0055] Reference Figure 2 as well as Figure 3As shown, in one optional implementation, the first side 108 of the baffle 107 is attached to the bottom surface of the filling plate 101; the second side 109 of the baffle 107 is attached to the top surface of the paper tube insertion plate 103.

[0056] It should be noted that, in this embodiment of the application, the distance between the filling plate 101 and the paper tube insertion plate 103 is the same as the thickness of the baffle 107. When the baffle 107 is inserted between the filling plate 101 and the paper tube insertion plate 103, the first side 108 of the baffle 107 is in contact with the bottom surface of the filling plate 101; the second side 109 of the baffle 107 is in contact with the top surface of the paper tube insertion plate 103.

[0057] The above-described arrangement prevents gaps from forming between the baffle 107 and the filling plate 101, thus preventing the tobacco cartridge particles from leaking out of the conical filling hole 106. In this embodiment, the tobacco cartridge particles are effectively isolated from the tobacco cartridge paper tube 105 before filling.

[0058] Reference Figure 4 As shown, as an optional implementation, there are at least two stacked filling plates 101, and the central axes of the conical filling holes 106 on the at least two filling plates 101 coincide.

[0059] This embodiment employs multiple stacked filling plates 101. These stacked plates enable the series connection of multiple tapered filling holes 106 in the vertical direction, thereby allowing for adjustment of the filling capacity. It should be noted that the capacity of each tapered filling hole 106 can be considered as a unit of filling volume. Through several stacked filling plates 101, the filling volume of the cigarette cartridge tube 105 can be flexibly adjusted.

[0060] As an optional implementation, the volume of the conical filling hole 106 on the lower filling plate 101 is greater than the volume of the conical filling hole 106 on the upper filling plate 101.

[0061] As an optional implementation, the volume of the conical filling hole 106 on the upper filling plate 101 is greater than the volume of the conical filling hole 106 on the lower filling plate 101.

[0062] As an optional implementation, the conical filling holes 106 on two adjacent filling plates 101 have the same volume.

[0063] Reference Figure 2 As shown, as an optional embodiment, it also includes a support base 110 for supporting the paper tube insertion plate 103 and the filling plate 101. The support base 110 is provided with a support surface 111, and the bottom of the cigarette cartridge paper tube 105 is vertically abutting against the support surface 111.

[0064] This application embodiment includes a support base 110. The support base 110 supports the paper tube insertion plate 103 and the filling plate 101. That is, both the paper tube insertion plate 103 and the filling plate 101 can be mounted on the support base 110. The support base 110 of this application embodiment has a bottom support surface 111 for supporting the paper tube 105 of the cartridge, preventing the paper tube 105 of the cartridge from falling out of the paper tube insertion pipe due to gravity during filling.

[0065] Furthermore, the support base 110 is provided with a first positioning structure and a second positioning structure; the first positioning structure is used to position the paper tube insertion plate 103, and the second positioning structure is used to position the filling plate 101, so that the insertion hole 104 coincides with the central axis of the conical filling hole 106.

[0066] It should be noted that those skilled in the art can configure the first positioning structure and the second positioning structure as needed, and no special limitations are imposed on them.

[0067] For example, the first positioning structure may be a first positioning pin disposed on the support base 110; the paper tube insertion plate 103 is provided with a positioning hole that can cooperate with the first positioning pin. The second positioning structure may be a second positioning pin disposed on the support base 110; the filling plate 101 is provided with a positioning hole that can cooperate with the second positioning pin.

[0068] As an optional implementation, there are at least two stacked paper tube insertion plates 103; the sum of the heights of the at least two paper tube insertion plates 103 is equal to the length of the cigarette cartridge paper tube 105.

[0069] Reference Figure 5 As shown, there are two stacked paper tube insertion plates 103; the sum of the heights of the two paper tube insertion plates 103 is equal to the length of the cartridge paper tube 105. Through the above arrangement, the embodiment of this application can effectively support the outer wall of the cartridge paper tube 105, which facilitates the protection of the cartridge paper tube 105 during filling.

[0070] Furthermore, the support base 110 in this embodiment can be a frame structure made of acrylic sheet, with side panels made of acrylic sheet provided around the support surface 111.

[0071] It should be noted that the frame structure is equipped with a limiting structure, which can fix the paper tube insertion plate 103 and the filling plate 101 to the frame structure. This limiting structure can be a snap-fit ​​structure or other quick-release connection structure. The snap-fit ​​or quick-release connection structure facilitates the connection and disassembly of the paper tube insertion plate 103, the filling plate 101, and the frame structure, making it convenient for workers to operate.

[0072] It should be noted that the entire filling process in this embodiment is within the support base 110. Excess particles during the filling process can be collected by the frame structure, preventing particles from scattering, keeping the laboratory table clean, and facilitating the recycling of excess particles. The limiting device is installed in the frame structure instead of being fixed to the laboratory table. The limiting device can move with the acrylic frame, making the equipment flexible in terms of location.

[0073] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A jig for priming a cartridge, characterized by, The device comprises a filling plate (101) and a paper tube insertion plate (103) arranged below the filling plate (101). The paper tube insertion plate (103) is provided with an insertion hole (104) for inserting a cartridge paper tube (105); the filling plate (101) is provided with a tapered filling hole (106) with its central axis coinciding with that of the insertion hole (104); the small end of the tapered filling hole (106) is close to the insertion hole (104) and has a smaller diameter than the insertion hole (104); the cartridge paper tube (105) is vertically inserted into the insertion hole (104) and the particles in the tapered filling hole (106) can enter the cartridge paper tube (105) through the small end.

2. The jig for priming a cartridge according to claim 1, wherein The paper tube insertion plate (103) is provided with a plurality of arrayed insertion holes (104); the filling plate (101) is provided with a plurality of arrayed tapered filling holes (106); the tapered filling holes (106) and the insertion holes (104) are in one-to-one correspondence.

3. The jig for priming a cartridge according to claim 1, wherein The filling plate (101) and the paper tube insertion plate (103) are parallel and spaced apart, and a removable baffle (107) is inserted into the gap between the filling plate (101) and the paper tube insertion plate (103); the baffle (107) is configured to move along the gap to change the communication state of the tapered filling hole (106) and the cartridge paper tube (105).

4. The jig for priming a cartridge according to claim 3, wherein The first side (108) of the baffle (107) is attached to the bottom surface of the filling plate (101); the second side (109) of the baffle (107) is attached to the top surface of the paper tube insertion plate (103).

5. The jig for priming a cartridge according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein There are at least two filling plates (101) arranged in layers, and the central axes of the tapered filling holes (106) on the at least two filling plates (101) coincide.

6. The jig for priming a cartridge according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein The thickness of the filling plate (101) is 3-20 mm.

7. The jig for priming a cartridge according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein There are at least two paper tube insertion plates (103) arranged in layers; the sum of the heights of the at least two paper tube insertion plates (103) is equal to the length of the cartridge paper tube (105).

8. The jig for priming a cartridge according to any one of claims 1-4, wherein It also includes a support seat (110) for carrying the paper tube insertion plate (103) and the filling plate (101); the support seat (110) is provided with a support surface (111), and the bottom of the cartridge paper tube (105) is vertically attached to the support surface (111).

9. The jig for priming a cartridge according to claim 8, wherein The support seat (110) is provided with a first positioning structure and a second positioning structure; the first positioning structure is used for positioning the paper tube insertion plate (103), and the second positioning structure is used for positioning the filling plate (101) to make the central axes of the insertion hole (104) and the tapered filling hole (106) coincide.

10. The jig for priming a cartridge according to claim 3 or 4, characterized by, The baffle (107) is provided with an operating handle.

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